{"id":231412,"date":"2025-09-16T13:11:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T13:11:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/231412\/"},"modified":"2025-09-16T13:11:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T13:11:10","slug":"dallas-cowboys-arent-seen-as-playoff-contenders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/231412\/","title":{"rendered":"Dallas Cowboys aren\u2019t seen as playoff contenders"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Dallas Cowboys <\/a>improved to 1-1 on the season and avoided their first 0-2 start since 2010 with an overtime win against the New York Giants<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Despite securing the win, there are a lot of questions this team has to answer, especially on defense.<\/p>\n

MORE: <\/strong>Updated 2026 NFL Draft order for Dallas Cowboys after thrilling Week 2 OT win<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why they find themselves in the bottom half of NFL power rankings. Here\u2019s a collection of those rankings, which shows Dallas isn\u2019t seen as a playoff threat by the experts.<\/p>\n

\"Dallas<\/p>\n

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. \/ Eric Hartline-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

The Cowboys moved up from No. 24 to 19 in SI.com\u2019s rankings with Connor Orr saying the team seems to be all-in with Brian Schottenheimer.<\/p>\n

\u201dI couldn\u2019t help but watch Brian Schottenheimer conduct his post-game festivities and see a team that has a lot more affinity for him as a coach<\/a> than the lot of us. That feeling\u2014and wins like these\u2014can be powerful.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Dallas<\/p>\n

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott reacts after a play against the New York Giants during overtime. \/ Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Dallas was stagnant in ESPN\u2019s rankings<\/a>, staying at No. 19 for the second week in a row. In his write-up, Todd Archer highlights Dak Prescott\u2019s ability to move the ball with his legs returning.<\/p>\n

\u201dPrescott doesn’t run the way he did his first few years or certainly before he suffered a dislocated and fractured ankle in 2020, but he has shown he can move around this season.\u201d – Todd Archer<\/p>\n

\"Dallas<\/p>\n

Dallas Cowboys safety Donovan Wilson intercepts the ball against the New York Giants during overtime. \/ Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Despite the win against the Giants, Prisco dropped Dallas four spots to No. 20. Their defense is a major concern, so it\u2019s difficult to say his concerns are invalid<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"New<\/p>\n

New York Giants WR Malik Nabers makes a catch for a touchdown against Dallas Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs. \/ Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

The Cowboys dropped two spots with Bleacher Report, again due to their defense.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith plenty of offensive potential\u2014and a reliable kicker in Brandon Aubrey\u2014the Cowboys should be in a lot of games this season. With a defense even worse than last year’s, however, Dallas doesn’t look like a legitimate playoff threat<\/a>.\u201d – Kristopher Knox<\/p>\n

\"Dallas<\/p>\n

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams runs with the ball for a touchdown against the New York Giants. \/ Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Nate Davis moved Dallas up from No. 23 to 21, citing Javonte Williams\u2019 performance as a reason for hope.<\/p>\n

\u201dHow about RB Javonte Williams’ resurgence<\/a> in Big D? Tied for the league lead with three rushing TDs, he’ll match his career high with the next one.\u201d \u2014 Davis<\/p>\n

\u2014\u00a0<\/strong>Enjoy free coverage of the Cowboys from Dallas Cowboys on SI\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>\u2014<\/strong><\/p>\n

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